Description
Herby Cucumber Salad with Feta and Chickpeas is a refreshing and vibrant dish that embodies the essence of summer. This easy-to-make salad combines crisp cucumbers, creamy feta cheese, and hearty chickpeas, all tossed in a zesty dressing made from olive oil, lemon juice, and fresh herbs. Perfect for picnics, BBQs, or as a light lunch, this salad not only tantalizes your taste buds but is also packed with nutrients. Enjoy it on its own or stuffed into pita bread for a delightful meal on the go.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium English cucumbers (about 4 cups)
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1–2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, mint)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the cucumbers; dice them into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine diced cucumbers with chickpeas, red onion, feta cheese, garlic, and fresh herbs.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg